Queen Esther Lake
Key Takeaway
Queen Esther Lake is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 13.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01316 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
QUEEN ESTHER ESTATES LOT OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Queen Esther Lake?
Queen Esther Lake is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Queen Esther Lake?
Queen Esther Lake is owned by QUEEN ESTHER ESTATES LOT OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Queen Esther Lake built?
Queen Esther Lake was completed in 1972, making it 54 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Queen Esther Lake?
Queen Esther Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Queen Esther Lake?
Queen Esther Lake has a dam height of 11 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Queen Esther Lake last inspected?
Queen Esther Lake was last inspected on October 7, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.